Mill Manager
- NS, Canada
$160,000 - $190,000 CAD base salary
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Job details
- Pay
- $160,000 - $190,000 CAD base salary
- Experience
- 10+ years of supervisory leadership experience across multiple departments in the wood products industry.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Mill Manager, Elk Lake, Ontario
Join Interfor's Elk Lake
Division as Mill Manager and take ownership of a thriving operation where your
leadership will directly influence safety, productivity, quality, financial
performance, and long-term growth. You'll have the autonomy to drive change,
lead major initiatives, and build a culture of excellence across the site. This
posting is for an existing vacancy.
What We Offer
At Interfor, you'll have the opportunity to lead a high-performing operation while building a rewarding career with a company committed to your success, growth, and well-being.
- $160,000 - $190,000 CAD base salary
- STIP & LTIP earning opportunities
- RRSP & Employee Share Purchase Plans with employer matching
- Employer-paid health, dental, vision & wellness programs
- Paid vacation, statutory holidays & floater days
- Car allowance
- Relocation assistance
- An opportunity to lead a major manufacturing operation and make a lasting impact on the business
What You’ll Do
- Lead the overall success of the Elk Lake operation, with full accountability for safety, operational performance, and financial results.
- Direct and optimize all mill operations, including sawmill, planer, shipping, and maintenance.
- Champion a culture of safety, quality, efficiency, and cost excellence across the site.
- Inspire, develop, and lead a high-performing team that delivers results while living Interfor's values.
- Shape and execute the mill's strategic direction, driving continuous improvement and maximizing operational performance.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards.
- Build strong relationships across the operation by fostering open communication, employee engagement, and a positive workplace culture.
- Identify opportunities, solve challenges, and make decisions that drive the long-term success of the mill.
What You Offer
- Strong commitment to safety and a proven track record of leading safe work practices.
- 10+ years of supervisory leadership experience across multiple departments in the wood products industry.
- Extensive knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes, equipment, products, and operational optimization.
- Demonstrated success driving continuous improvement and operational performance.
- Mechanical and electrical knowledge is considered an asset.
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Collaborative leadership style with the ability to engage and develop teams.
- Ability to work on-site and reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Elk Lake mill.
Who We Are
At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration. We
believe in empowering employees, fostering career development, and operating
sustainably to support both our people and our environment. Learn more at interfor.com.
Elk Lake Community
Immerse yourself in the
heart of Northern Ontario, where world-class hunting and fishing opportunities
are right outside your door. Spend your weekends exploring pristine lakes,
dense forests, and abundant wildlife. You’ll have the opportunity to experience
the warmth and support of small-town life, and enjoy a slower pace, strong
community ties, and a safe, welcoming environment for you and your family.
We appreciate the interest
of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a
pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity
Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected
veteran status, or disability.
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Responsibilities
The Mill Manager is responsible for the overall success of the Elk Lake operation, including safety, operational performance, and financial results. They will direct all mill operations, lead high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must have 10+ years of supervisory leadership experience in the wood products industry with extensive knowledge of lumber manufacturing processes. A strong commitment to safety and the ability to work on-site in Elk Lake are mandatory.
Skills
- Leadership
- Operational management
- Safety management
- Lumber manufacturing
- Strategic planning
- Continuous improvement
- Financial performance
- Team development
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Relationship building
- Maintenance management
- Sawmill operations
- Planer operations
- Regulatory compliance
Benefits
- Stip
- Ltip
- Rrsp
- Employee share purchase plans
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness programs
- Paid vacation
- Statutory holidays
- Floater days
- Car allowance
- Relocation assistance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Management & Leadership
- Trades
Keywords
- Mill Manager
- Wood products
- Lumber manufacturing
- Sawmill
- Planer
- Operational optimization
- Safety culture
- Continuous improvement
- Strategic direction
- Financial management
- Mechanical knowledge
- Electrical knowledge
- Team leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Elk Lake
- Manufacturing